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Miss Mexico Crowned Amid Controversy and Contestant Walkouts

11/21/2025

Summary

Bosch Crowned Miss Universe

Fátima Bosch (Miss Mexico) was crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, amid controversy after a Thai official berated her.
Backlash prompted a walkout by contestants in solidarity with Bosch, and two judges resigned, with one alleging rigging.
The pageant drew representatives from over 130 countries, with Thailand's Praveenar Singh finishing as runner-up, while the Miss Universe Organization undergoes leadership changes contributing to the turmoil.

Summary

Judges Resign Amid Controversy

Omar Harfouch, a judge for Miss Universe 2025, resigned, alleging an impromptu jury selected finalists and that official judges were unaware.
Claude Makélélé, a former footballer serving as a Miss Universe 2025 judge, withdrew.
Princess Camilla di Borbone delle Due Sicilie, a royal, also withdrew.
The Miss Universe Organization said evaluations follow established protocols and denied any unauthorized jury, linking the dispute to ongoing leadership turmoil.

History

Historical Context

The 1972 Miss Universe pageant, held in Puerto Rico, featured contestants from 60 countries and faced protests over political issues surrounding winner Georgina Rizk. This backlash echoed previous tensions within the Miss Universe Organization, highlighting ongoing challenges in ensuring fairness and transparency in beauty competitions. Such historical precedents continue to shape public perception and the integrity of international pageants today.

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Bosch Crowned Miss Universe

Fátima Bosch (Miss Mexico) was crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, amid controversy after a Thai official berated her.
Backlash prompted a walkout by contestants in solidarity with Bosch, and two judges resigned, with one alleging rigging.
The pageant drew representatives from over 130 countries, with Thailand's Praveenar Singh finishing as runner-up, while the Miss Universe Organization undergoes leadership changes contributing to the turmoil.

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